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  1. How does my child apply to university?

    How your child applies for university depends on which degree level they want to study and where they're applying from...

  2. What study support can my child access?

    Your child will receive contact time with our expert academic team in support of their education. This will include lectures, workshops, seminars and case studies...

  3. What happens if my child fails a module?

    If your child fails one of their modules, they will have to retake the assessment (known as being referred). If they take a referral, the mark for that element is capped at 40%...

  4. What opportunities are there for further study?

    It's never been more affordable for your child to advance their career with a postgraduate course...

  5. How can I find out how well my child is doing academically?

    We can't release information about academic progress to any third party without the consent of our students...

  6. Are there many work experience opportunities available?

    Yes. You can find out about volunteering positions, paid and part-time vacation work, and paid and unpaid project work from the University of Sunderland in London's Careers and Employability Service.

  7. Can my child get a job on campus?

    If your child is looking to earn money on campus, they can apply to become a Student Ambassador...